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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 21:44:29 GMT -5
Yeah, foliage is toast.
Hull mg - hmmm. That's an RB Model replacement specifically for hull mgs - hoping they didn't get the length wrong? I have several for other builds, too. At this point I don't think I have another option. :/
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:39:18 GMT -5
Hull mg - hmmm. That's an RB Model replacement specifically for hull mgs - hoping they didn't get the length wrong? I have several for other builds, too. At this point I don't think I have another option. :/ dupes, I just spent a few minute on google images and, I fear that you and I are toast! I've got a bunch of those MG barrels too, and it does look as though they got the length wrong! SONOFABITCH!!!! |
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 22:42:12 GMT -5
Like, confirmed status = busted? RB screwed up?
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:47:07 GMT -5
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 22:48:50 GMT -5
Well what the flip? How could they get that so wrong?
That means that A) I have a bunch of useless barrels "in stock" and B) have a bunch of builds already on the shelf with short mg barrels!
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:51:27 GMT -5
Well what the flip? How could they get that so wrong? That means that A) I have a bunch of useless barrels "in stock" and B) have a bunch of builds already on the shelf with short mg barrels! You and me both dupes. You and me both..... I just did an 'accessory inventory' today. I've got 9 of those puppies. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 22:54:57 GMT -5
I think I'm about the same.
Idea I had, though - I've mostly used them on Tamiya kits (Panzer III/IV chassis' in particular)...wonder if their slot is just a bit too deep? Maybe there's a way to shim/plug the hole so it sticks out more without noticing?
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:56:45 GMT -5
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:57:59 GMT -5
I think I'm about the same. Idea I had, though - I've mostly used them on Tamiya kits (Panzer III/IV chassis' in particular)...wonder if their slot is just a bit too deep? Maybe there's a way to shim/plug the hole so it sticks out more without noticing? You could. I think the problem is that, for the correct length, you can see some of the barrel with the cooling jacket. The ones we have don't have that. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 22:58:05 GMT -5
Hmmm. 35B39 certainly seems to be an improvement. So what are the other ones really for?
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 22:59:27 GMT -5
Hmmm. 35B39 certainly seems to be an improvement. So what are the other ones really for? That's a good question. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 23:00:15 GMT -5
I mean, the packaging says "german tank mg" if I remember correctly!
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 23:02:08 GMT -5
And YIKES, that link I sent shows the price in.... Euros?
The actual price is $4.22... EACH!!!
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 23:03:15 GMT -5
I mean, the packaging says "german tank mg" if I remember correctly! It does. It says exactly that. I don't know what they'd be for if not for the co-ax. |
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 23:04:20 GMT -5
I mean, the packaging says "german tank mg" if I remember correctly! It does. It says exactly that. I don't know what they'd be for if not for the co-ax. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 16, 2014 23:07:29 GMT -5
Indeed. That's messed up.
Here's another thought - what's the MG34 that's mounted in a Panzer II turret look like? Is it a different barrel in that style setup?
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 16, 2014 23:10:36 GMT -5
Indeed. That's messed up. Here's another thought - what's the MG34 that's mounted in a Panzer II turret look like? Is it a different barrel in that style setup? Good question. I'm not sure. I'd have to check. |
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Post by deafpanzer on Feb 16, 2014 23:38:30 GMT -5
WOW! Now I am torn... LOL Thanks a bunch!
I am with guys... dig the foliage. Good catch on MG I overlooked that too. Short MG you used was supposed to be used on the turret I think. I am HUGE fan of RB barrels... have many here in stock as I keep buying them at the shows for much less. Holler if you need one ASAP...
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 0:35:23 GMT -5
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Post by bbrowniii on Feb 17, 2014 1:29:43 GMT -5
Alright! It is done! Does this mean we are ready for the next duel??
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Post by Leon on Feb 17, 2014 5:42:19 GMT -5
Fantastic finish Dupes.Great job all around.   |
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Post by Marcel du Long on Feb 17, 2014 8:19:05 GMT -5
Yep that's definitely an improvement!
The stains on the engine deck was just that touch which was needed there.
Leaving the foliage out is an improvent too.
Nice pics as well.
Marcel.
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 9:59:07 GMT -5
Thanks guys!
Marcel - definitely better this way. Thanks for the input!
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 9:59:59 GMT -5
Alright! It is done! Does this mean we are ready for the next duel?? It most certainly DOES! Have you narrowed the list down at all?  |
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Post by bbd468 on Feb 17, 2014 10:38:41 GMT -5
Damn fine job brother Dupes! Never thought much about builing one of these, but seeing how sweet this one is will make a feller reconsider. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 10:46:47 GMT -5
Thanks Brother Gary! Unless you're looking for a super speedy build (or want the figs that can be stuffed into the turret - somehow) I'd go with the DML version of this instead. I'm sure the detail in general is much better, and Magic Tracks!
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 17, 2014 20:41:45 GMT -5
Yeah, foliage is toast. Hull mg - hmmm. That's an RB Model replacement specifically for hull mgs - hoping they didn't get the length wrong? I have several for other builds, too. At this point I don't think I have another option. :/ Those are for mounting in the turrets as coaxial MGs...they aren't for the hulls. This is what it should look like:  |
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 20:44:58 GMT -5
Yeah, foliage is toast. Hull mg - hmmm. That's an RB Model replacement specifically for hull mgs - hoping they didn't get the length wrong? I have several for other builds, too. At this point I don't think I have another option. :/ Those are for mounting in the turrets as coaxial MGs...they aren't for the hulls. That's what I was thinking at the end there. Other than a panzer 2, what else would use an mg34 coax? Drawing a blank. |
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 17, 2014 20:46:23 GMT -5
Those are for mounting in the turrets as coaxial MGs...they aren't for the hulls. That's what I was thinking at the end there. Other than a panzer 2, what else would use an mg34 coax? Drawing a blank. Coax MG34s appear in every German turreted-tank with the exception of the Pz 1. Standard on Pz III, IV, V, VI. You're just not used to seeing them protrude very far like you might see on a Pz II. |
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Post by dupes on Feb 17, 2014 20:53:09 GMT -5
I guess the question is which ones can you actually SEE them in?
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